September 21, 2012

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September 21, 2012
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Features
1. THR's Emmy Icons
  
  A special Emmy preview gallery of some of the small screen's biggest names.
  - THR Staff
2. The Mavericks
  
  Thirty years ago, everyone warned Ted Danson and Glenn Close against slumming it on the small screen.
  - Leslie Bruce
3. The Feminists
  
  When Candice Bergen auditioned for "Murphy Brown," CBS wanted to go in another direction: young.
  - Erin Carlson
4. The It Girl
  
  Sara Jessica Parker knows that for millions of women of a certain generation and aspiration, she forever will be Carrie Bradshaw.
  - Marisa Guthrie
5. The Traditional Family
  
  For Ray Romano, "eye candy" is the reason why "Everybody Loves Raymond" resonated so deeply with viewers.
  - Leslie Bruce
6. The Genre God
  
  "Ridiculous" is how Abrams, the famously modest co-creator of "Lost," feels when referred to as a television icon.
  - Lacey Rose
7. The Gumshoes
  
  While critical accolades are meaningful, it's the approval of the men and women of the police force that brings the most pride.
  - Jordan Zakarin
8. The Masters
  
  The creators of "Law & Order," "The West Wing" and "Hill Street Blues" look back on their groundbreaking shows.
  - Leslie Bruce
9. The Thrill Seekers
  
  These producers bring the adrenaline to some of primetime's biggest drama and reality hits.
  - Michael O'Connell
10. The Sidekicks
  
  It's a shame that NBC never attempted a crossover between two of its most prized Must-See TV properties.
  - Stacey Wilson
11. The Man Who Changed Television
  
  Norman Lear remains the startlingly spry conscience of Hollywood -- and a reminder of when entertainment "was about something."
  - Kim Masters
Departments
1. Inside the Early Awards Race
  
  THE REPORT: Ben Affleck jumps to the front of the line as a new Oscars hierarchy emerges.
  - Gregg Kilday
  - Scott Feinberg
2. THR Heat Index
  
  THE REPORT: Katie Couric's talk show debuts to the best daytime launch in a decade.
  - THR Staff
3. Is Harvey Using Scientology to Market 'Master'?
  
  THE REPORT: The Weinstein Co. chief doesn't appear to be backing away from linking to L. Ron Hubbard.
  - Seth Abramovitch
4. $40 Million Smackdown Over 'Death Threat'
  
  THE REPORT: Joe Francis is appealing one of the odder defamation lawsuits in recent history.
  - Eriq Gardner
5. Lohan's New Art House Movie
  
  THE REPORT: Lindsay Lohan's latest film isn't in theaters.
  - THR Staff
6. 'Gangster Squad' Shift Drops Moviegoing
  
  THE REPORT: The traditionally slow post-Labor Day frame dips especially low.
  - Pamela McClintock
7. 'Black Nativity' Delay Amid Struggle to Cast Lead
  
  THE REPORT: Christmas won't be coming to Harlem anytime soon.
  - Tatiana Siegel
8. Which Fall TV Shows Will Survive
  
  THE REPORT: THR's TV critic wagers his reputation on the fate of the new scripted shows.
  - Tim Goodman
9. Brad Grey Razes Frank Sinatra House
  
  THE REPORT: A year after listing the Holmby Hills property, big changes have been made.
  - Daniel Miller
10. 'Where Could He Possibly Be?'
  
  THE REPORT: The wife and sister of missing Fox executive Gavin Smith struggles for answers.
  - Daniel Miller
11. 7 Days of Deals
  
  THE REPORT: Live events like the Golden Globes appear to be increasing in value.
  - Compiled by Lesley Goldberg and Borys Kit
12. Yes, I Did Say That!
  
  THE REPORT: What depresses Jennifer Lawrence most about coping with fame?
  - THR Staff
13. Hollywood Hits the Red Carpet
  
  ABOUT TOWN: This year's Toronto festival was punctuated by a slew of high-profile titles.
  - THR Staff
14. Rambling Reporter
  
  THE REPORT: Rob Kardashian's pre-VMA bash was "the sickest mansion pool party."
  - Merle Ginsberg
15. Hitched, Hatched, Hired
  
  ABOUT TOWN: Inside the industry's celebrations and news.
  - THR Staff
16. Executive Suite
  
  THE BUSINESS: Jim Gianopulos talks about how he'll work with Jeffrey Katzenberg and "Avatar 2."
  - Pamela McClintock
17. 7 Ways Mitt Would Change Hollywood
  
  THE BUSINESS: A Romney win could immediately impact the way business gets done and the causes the town cares most about.
  - Tina Daunt
18. Brainy Beauties
  
  HOLLYWOOD STYLE: These tickers kick every hour into high gear — and style.
  - Laurie Kahle
19. A Rapper's Hoop Dreams
  
  HOLLYWOOD STYLE: Jay-Z and his Brooklyn Nets are bringing a luxe new arena and real competition to NYC.
  - Jordan Zakarin
20. Free Preview
  
  Cloud Atlas
  
  FILM REVIEW: The sky's not the limit in this well-made but dramatically diffuse drama.
  - Jordan Mintzer
21. Free Preview
  
  Silver Linings Playbook
  
  FILM REVIEW: Bradley Cooper and Jennifer Lawrence expand their range in David O. Russell's winning comedy romance.
  - David Rooney
22. Free Preview
  
  Toronto in Brief
  
  FILM REVIEWS: Joe Wright's "Anna Karenina" makes the grade as a solid upscale release.
  - THR Staff
23. Free Preview
  
  San Sebastian
  
  FILM REVIEWS: Spain's top movie fest turns 60 with five big Hollywood honorees.
  - Pamela Rolfe
24. Free Preview
  
  Revolution
  
  TELEVISION REVIEW: NBC launches a compelling post-apocalyptic head-scratcher.
  - Tim Goodman
25. 8 Decades of The Hollywood Reporter
  
  Before Clint and the chair, there was Clint and this chair.
  - Bill Higgins

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